In the mid 1990's, a Palo Alto, California company pioneered the process of laser skin resurfacing by developing the first laser used for this purpose, the Ultrapulse CO2 laser. Although this laser was initially intended to remove sun damage and pre-cancerous growths of the skin, the inventors were happily surprised that it also reduced or eliminated dark circles under the eyes in addition to wrinkles and scars.
Laser skin resurfacing has significantly advanced the treatment of wrinkled and scarred skin, as well as dark circles under the eyes. Our center has tried many other lasers to reduce such dark coloration, including both the Ruby and Nd:YAG lasers. We have discovered that the Ultrapulse laser has served us the best when treating this disturbing problem.
- More dramatic benefits compared to other procedures
- Usually one time procedure
- Reduces dark circles under the eyes.
- Reduces wrinkles
- Reduces acne scars
- Reduces aged and sun damaged skin
- Reduces the risk of skin cancer
- Tightens skin
- Improves skin tone
- Stimulates the growth of new collagen
Fat Transfer.
In order to remove dark circles, wrinkles, and aged skin, a laser beam is passed over the surface of the skin, gently and precisely painting away unwanted cells, one layer at a time. Clinical investigations have proven that laser skin resurfacing can lighten dark skin tones as well as induce new collagen formation in the skin, resulting in the reduction of dark circles and lines.
Most individuals can undergo this treatment.
Patients note a refreshed, lighter skin tone and a more youthful glow.
Risks include scarring, infection, and increased color of the skin. In experienced hands, these risks are minimal. The specific risks and the suitability of these procedures for a given individual can be determined only at the time of consultation. All surgical procedures have some degree of risk. Minor complications that do not affect the outcome occur occasionally. Major complications are unusual.
Approximately one week
All procedures are performed within our state-accredited outpatient surgery center. A topical anesthetic cream may be applied to the treatment areas prior to the procedure. Areas under the eyes are easily numbed up with a local anesthetic. Patients who request a full face procedure would require twilight local sedation, administered by our board-certified anesthetists.
Avoidance of excessive sunlight for two weeks before treatment.
Moisturizers and washing of the treated area is important. Patients will be prescribed medications to take to avoid infection.
Our physicians.
